1987 Ford Festiva vs. 2009 Hyundai Elantra
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Elantra is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Ford Festiva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Ford Festiva would be higher. At 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Hyundai Elantra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hyundai Elantra (119 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1987 Ford Festiva. (57 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Elantra should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Festiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hyundai Elantra weights approximately 473 kg more than 1987 Ford Festiva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2009 Hyundai Elantra (153 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Festiva. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Hyundai Elantra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Festiva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ford Festiva | 2009 Hyundai Elantra | |
| Make | Ford | Hyundai |
| Model | Festiva | Elantra |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1324 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74.1 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 85.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 1253 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2660 mm |
